Area of Expertise: International Business & Strategy
Dr. R. Chandran is an accomplished academic and industry professional with 39 years of academic and industrial experience spanning International Business, management education, consulting, and international trade. He began his academic career in 1983 at Somaiya Institute of Management Studies as a Senior Faculty member and has held significant leadership positions in academia and industry.
He has served as Director of Pillai Institute of Management Studies & Research (PiMSR) from 2002 to 2011 and currently serves as its Executive Director. His extensive industry experience includes 10 years in senior leadership roles as Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Managing Director of international trading companies.
Areas of Expertise
- International Business & Global Trade
- International Trading & Export Management
- Strategic Management
- International Market Development
- Business Consulting & Advisory
- Management Education & Executive Development
- Global Business Environment & Cross-Border Business
Career & Professional Highlights
- Currently serves as Executive Director, Pillai Institute of Management Studies & Research (PiMSR); his profile lists the position from March 2002 onwards.
- Served as Director of PiMSR from 2002 to 2011, providing academic and institutional leadership.
- Began his academic career in 1983 at Somaiya Institute of Management Studies as Senior Faculty.
- Brings 39 years of combined academic and industrial experience, including significant leadership experience in international trading organizations.
- Served for 10 years as Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Managing Director of international trading companies.
- Has been closely associated as a Resource Person with Ahmedabad Management Association, World Trade Centre, Indo-African Chamber of Commerce, and Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO).
- Served as a consultant with ECGC, contributing his expertise to the international trade and export ecosystem.
- Holds a D. in International Business.
- Has authored four books in International Business, reflecting his academic and professional expertise in the field.
- Known for being an effective motivator, team leader, student-centric teacher, continuous knowledge acquirer, and harmonious performer.